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Trocadero casino plan near London mosque sparks fury

London's legendary Trocadero entertainment centre faces controversial redevelopment into a casino mere metres from a central mosque, igniting planning disputes and community concerns in the heart of the West End.

Christian group loses legal bid to block library mosque

A Christian organisation has lost its High Court challenge to prevent a historic London library from being converted into a mosque. The judge dismissed claims of religious discrimination, allowing the project to proceed.

IKEA introduces new £1.99 charge for shoppers

IKEA has announced a new £1.99 service charge for customers using its popular planning services. Discover how this change affects shoppers and what alternatives are available.

320 Tonnes of Waste Dumped in Westminster by Criminal Gang

A ruthless criminal gang is operating with impunity, dumping mountains of commercial waste across Westminster. Despite police awareness, authorities admit they are powerless to stop the environmental blight plaguing one of London's most prestigious postco

Government grants itself power to fell Lords trees

A controversial government bill has granted itself powers to cut down trees in the House of Lords courtyard, bypassing local planning laws and igniting a fierce backlash from peers and environmentalists.

Westminster Council unlawful migrant hotel approval scandal

Westminster City Council faces severe backlash and legal scrutiny after allegedly approving a controversial plan to house migrants in a city centre hotel without proper planning permission. The scheme, which proposed adding extra rooms to the Page 8 hotel

Family's Home Ruined by Monstrous Warehouse in Planning Row

A British family's dream home has been plunged into darkness after a colossal warehouse was constructed directly opposite their property, sparking a fierce local planning battle and raising serious questions about UK council development policies.

Legally Slash Your Inheritance Tax Bill

Discover expert-approved, completely legal methods to significantly reduce or even eliminate your Inheritance Tax liability. Learn how gifting, pensions, and trusts can safeguard your estate for your loved ones.

Labour Council's 'Eyesore' Mural Sparks Planning Row

Westminster's Labour council faces a fierce backlash and accusations of hypocrisy after commissioning a massive, brightly coloured mural on a public building without seeking planning permission, in a move branded an 'act of vandalism' by furious locals.

NSW Minister: Housing objectors are 'un-Sydneylike'

NSW Planning Minister Paul Scully triggers backlash after describing residents opposing new housing developments as 'un-Sydneylike'. The controversial remarks come amid a fierce debate over Sydney's housing crisis and development policies.

Woman, 32, found dying in Westminster street

Met Police are investigating after a young woman was found with critical injuries in Westminster. The 32-year-old was discovered on Monday morning and later died in hospital.

Court blocks Wimbledon's £200m expansion plan

The All England Club's controversial £200m Wimbledon expansion plan has been decisively blocked by the Court of Appeal, preserving 73 mature trees and ending a bitter three-year legal battle with local residents and environmental campaigners.

Tory Councillor's GTA-Style Rant Against Solar Farms

A Conservative councillor has sparked outrage and ridicule by releasing a Grand Theft Auto-style video advert that shows him blowing up solar farms with a rocket launcher, in a bizarre protest against green energy projects in the UK countryside.

Premier League clubs spark fury over £2m green belt plans

Manchester City and Gorton Wanderers face a fierce local backlash and council scrutiny over controversial plans to build a £2 million elite training complex on protected green belt land, threatening community access and local ecology.

Rooneys lose bid to block public footpath at mansion

Cheshire East Council has thrown out an application by Wayne and Coleen Rooney to extinguish a public right of way that cuts through the grounds of their luxury £20 million Cheshire mansion, a decision backed by local ramblers.

Man in court for murder of ice cream seller in Westminster

A 26-year-old man has appeared in court charged with the murder of a 41-year-old ice cream seller who was stabbed to death in Westminster. The victim, named locally as Lee 'Boy' Knowles, was a beloved father and local figure.

Court Backs Councils to Block Asylum Seeker Hotels

A landmark High Court ruling has handed local councils sweeping powers to shut down asylum seeker hotels using planning laws, throwing the new government's flagship immigration strategy into chaos and creating a multi-million pound emergency.

Neighbour's 6ft Wall Built Through Garden Sparks Fury

A furious homeowner tells of her property nightmare after a neighbour allegedly built a massive brick wall straight through her garden without permission, blocking sunlight and sparking a bitter feud.

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